Red Panda

IUCN: Endangered

Ailurus fulgens

Mainly found in Nepal, Nothern India, Myanamar and China. The red panda has a special bone- the radial sesamoid bone- which acts as a false thumb, allowing it to grasp clumps of bamboo to aid feeding. Red pandas can live up to 15 years and can have 1-4 cubs every 1-2 years.

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